Physician - Gastroenterology

University of Maryland Medical System • La Plata, MD

74d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to join its growing team in Southern Maryland. The role provides comprehensive, evidence-based care in outpatient clinic and hospital settings within a collaborative, patient-centered environment supported by an integrated academic health system. The physician evaluates and manages gastrointestinal conditions, performs endoscopic procedures, and works with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient outcomes. The role also supports quality improvement, patient safety, operational efficiency, practice growth, and population health initiatives.

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school or foreign equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine Residency.
• Completion of an accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship.
• Current or eligible unrestricted medical license in Maryland.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.
• Current DEA and CDS registration, or eligibility to obtain them before employment.
• Eligibility for and ability to maintain clinical privileges at one or more UMMS-affiliated acute care hospitals.
• Compliance with continuing medical education requirements necessary to maintain licensure and board certification.
• Current BLS certification, or obtain it upon hire if required.
• Qualifications and clinical experience necessary to independently perform the responsibilities of a practicing gastroenterologist.
• Expertise in diagnosing and managing gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders.
• Proficiency in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
• Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and high-quality patient care.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, clinicians, staff, and hospital leadership.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills for managing a busy clinical practice.
• Excellent documentation skills using electronic medical records.
• Dedication to compassionate, patient-centered care and to quality improvement, patient safety, and performance excellence.
• Ability to adapt to changing clinical priorities while maintaining exceptional patient satisfaction.
• Professionalism, integrity, and commitment to the mission and values of the University of Maryland Medical System.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in building a comprehensive gastroenterology practice within a growing community.
• Experience with advanced endoscopic procedures is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care in outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital settings.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper endoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy; advanced procedures as appropriate.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based clinical guidelines.
• Participate in inpatient consultations, hospital rounds, and shared call responsibilities.
• Coordinate patient care with primary care physicians, surgeons, oncologists, hospitalists, radiologists, pathologists, and other specialists.
• Document patient encounters, procedures, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, preventive care, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical performance programs, and patient safety activities.
• Support the mission, vision, and values of the University of Maryland Medical System while promoting patient satisfaction and clinical excellence.
• Work with leadership to improve operational efficiency, patient access, and practice growth.
• Participate in disease management and population health initiatives intended to improve quality outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
• Identify and address potential patient safety concerns; report adverse events and near misses in accordance with organizational policy.
• Support compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous paid time off.
• CME allowance.
• Opportunities for professional growth within an integrated academic health system.
• Modern endoscopy facilities with advanced technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree